Latin America & Caribbean News

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts up to 19 storms will hit the Caribbean basin and southeast U.S. and perhaps 3 to 6 will develop into hurricanes or winds above 111miles per hour. Arthur, Bertha and Cristobal have already appeared and departed. They were minor. As a result of a hurricane, at….

NEW YORK, NY – Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) Commissioner Lorelei Salas today warned New Yorkers of scams related to COVID-19 to protect consumers’ identity and money. “It is a sad reality that scammers often take advantage of people during times of crisis,” said DCWP Commissioner Lorelei Salas. “People are especially vulnerable right….

Flatlands, a community neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY, with a large population of Caribbean-New Yorkers, was the scene of a gruesome discovery on Wednesday when dozens of bodies were found in U-Haul trucks parked in front Andrew T. Cleckley Funeral Services, Inc. The funeral home is at 2037A Utica Avenue, between Avenues L & M. ….

A Mobile COVID-19 Testing Site is in Caribbean-Brooklyn. It is located in the Sears Parking Lot in Flatbush. The Site opened at 12:30pm on Saturday, April 11, a mere two days after Governor Andrew Cuomo made the decision. The site will be opened everyday until the pandemic eases. A reason the site is….

Although only yesterday EVERYBODY’S, the Caribbean-American magazine, said it is no longer announcing Caribbean-American deaths, we are making an exception to the rule. Prominent NY-Caribbean, Roy Hastick has passed. He was a Grenadian. He established the Caribbean-American Chambers of commerce. For his public service, he was bestowed an honorary doctorate a decade or two ago…..

Many readers of EVERYBODY’S Magazine have been asking why we are not providing information of Caribbean-American losses due to COVID-19. Most inquiries are from people in the NY area who believe EVERYBODY’S is obligated to provide the statistics based on the consistent public service EVERYBODY’S has provided especially during 9/11. It is too early to….

Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams joined with Council of Peoples Organizations (COPO), the New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC), faith leaders, and community advocates representing diverse communities throughout the city to demand the City’s outreach regarding the COVID-19 pandemic reflect the diversity of New York, taking into account those who do not access traditional….

The Mighty Sparrow, one of the Caribbean’s greatest living icons, sends his regards to fans around the world and extends his condolences to everyone losing loved ones. “I pray to God to save the lives of people in all countries of the world,” he said. “And, I encourage everybody to remain positive.” The….

The steelband fraternity in Brooklyn, NY is mourning the passing of Hansel Leon, a victim of COVID-19. “Hanny” as he was popularly called promoted steelpan music in the U.S. for almost four decades. He was once married to popular Jean Leon, well known Trinbagonian-New Yorker and former Director of Nursing at Kings County Medical Center…..

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley is praising Barbadians and the business community for their commitment to helping in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Barbadian superstar Rihanna is among those who offered to purchase medical supplies to assist victims of COVID-19. Mottley, in a presentation to Parliament, said Rihanna offered BDS$1.4 million, approximately US$800,000, to purchase ventilators…..

Haiti’s President Jovenel Moise declared a state of health emergency, following the confirmation of two cases of COVID-19. Moise said the country’s ports, airports and borders would be closed to people although they would remain open for goods traffic. Schools, universities, places of worship and industrial parks are closed, and a curfew would be in….

Effective March 21, 11:59pm, U.S. citizens cannot enter Grenada due to COVID-19. According to Grenada’s government, there are no coronavirus cases in Grenada. In its updated travel advisory, the government says Grenadian nationals and residents will be allowed to enter the country but must be self-quarantined for 14 days upon arrival in Grenada. Effective March 20 at 11.59 pm,….

Cricket, one of the most popular sports in England and countries once colonized by England, is on hold due to COVID-19. India, Pakistan, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and other nations have suspended league and test matches. The West Indies Test team was scheduled to tour England and Whales in summer and Australia in late….

As a result of the rapid and deadly spread of coronavirus disease, EVERYBODY’S, the Caribbean-American magazine, has postponed the performances of the new Oliver Samuels play, “Crazy But True,” scheduled during the last two weeks of May and early June. The health of our patrons and the public comes first. Performances in New….

Although Caribbean prime ministers met to discuss the uncontrollable Coronavirus and to take aggressive measures to curb it when the disease arrives in their respective countries, a counsel general in New York asked EVERYBODY’S Magazine, “What is the fuss all about in the U.S.?” Here are measures taken in Grenada. Ministry of Health Meets with….

By the end of March all households across the U.S. will receive detailed information about how to respond to the 2020 Census online, by phone, or by mail. All persons living in the U.S. whether they are citizens, permanent residence or have various immigration status are required to be counted. The census is much more than….

Sir Royston Hopkin, Grenada’s premier hotelier and owner of Spice Island Beach Resort, passed early this morning, Saturday, February 22, in Trinidad & Tobago where he was recuperating from a medical procedure. Sir Royston was 75 and attended the Grenada Boys Secondary School, GBSS, from 1959-1964. He is survived by his wife and three children…..

Ter­ri Lyons is the 2020 National Ca­lyp­so Monarch of Trinidad & Tobago. Terri, daughter of Super Blue who earlier in his calypso successes called himself Blue Boy and sister of the famed soca icon Faye-Ann Lyons, defeated eleven other artists including veterans Chalkdust, Gypsy and Brian London. Women also placed second and third, Karene As­che….

Fifty years ago, Jennifer Hosten, the representative of Grenada was crowned Miss World. In 1970, the Miss World competition took place in London, hosted by US comedy legend, Bob Hope. At the time, Miss World was the most-watched TV show on the planet with over 100 million viewers. Claiming that beauty competitions demeaned women, the….

During this season of joy, we, at EVERYBODY’S, are mourning the loss of Hayden Roger Celestin, one of our photojournalists and a cherished friend. Personalities Celestin photographed for national and international publications included then private citizen Donald Trump playing a steelpan, then First Lady Hillary Clinton and Venus and Serena Williams. Roger, as he was….

EVERYBODY’S Magazine, established in 1977, began presenting its Person of the Year in 1978, will unveil its Person of the Year for 2019 on Sat., Dec. 21, 9:40am on Groovin Radio, 93.5fm. We thank everyone who sent us choices for Person of the Year. Our 2020 Global Caribbean Calendar lists all major events and public….

Who do you believe should be EVERYBODY’S, the Caribbean-American Magazine, PERSON OF THE YEAR for 2019? Send us your Choice by December 1, 2019. Send to: [email protected] The person must have grabbed public attention during 2019 – Positive or Negative; inspired others. The person must be of Caribbean heritage residing in any part of the….

BROOKLYN, NY — Candidates seeking public offices in Tuesday’s November 5th general election in New York City are running for local offices to represent their communities except for the office of public advocate which is a citywide position. In the public advocate race, Councilman and Republican Joseph Borelli, a former member of New York State….

BROOKLYN, NY — Nine days for early voting is happening in New York State. Early voting commenced on October 26th and ends on November 3rd. Voters across the state who did not vote on early voting days can vote on election day, Tuesday November 5th. While early voting is a novelty in NY, many other….

NY – Election history was created in New York State on October 26, 2019 when early voting across the State came into effect. While early voting is new in New York many other states such as MA, GA, FL and MD have been conducting early voting for several years. Early voting allows a voter to….

Jamaica’s leading actress and comedienne Andrea Wright known worldwide as Delcita is bringing her new play, “Honeymoon” to the Bronx, NY. “Honeymoon” starring Delcita and Patchie with a cast of six will be staged at Richard R. Green Campus School, 3710 Barnes Avenue, Bronx, NY on Saturday, October 19 at 8pm. It is the only….

Prime Minister Keith Rowley of Trinidad & Tobago opens the New York Stock Exchange, Nasdaq – while in New York City to address the UN General Assembly. The prime minister also met with nationals of Trinidad & Tobago at a hotel in Brooklyn but attendance was by invitation only.

JUMP UP by Professor Ray Allen will be launched in Brooklyn, Tuesday, August 27th, 7pm at Greenlight Books (632 Flatbush Ave) just in time for Carnival 2019. Jump Up! Caribbean Carnival Music in New York City is the first comprehensive history of Trinidadian calypso and steelband music in the diaspora. Blending oral history, archival research,….

Due to State of Emergency announced by the Mayor Bill de Blasio Sunday’s Grace Jamaican and VP Records Jerk and Music Festival in New York City has been postponed. New date Sunday, August 25, 2019. —– New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio signs an executive order proclaiming a state of local emergency due to….

Oliver Samuels Brings New Play to NY. Oliver Samuels, Volier “Maffi” Johnson, Dancehall Queen Audrey Reid, Dennis Titus and Lakeisha Ellison are performing their new play, “56 East Avenue” from May 24-May 26. The dazzling theater-comedy from Jamaica will be staged in Brooklyn on Saturday, May 18. There are three shows on Memorial Weekend, May….

The documentary is not only about Charles pioneering efforts in calypso. His Rawlston Recording Studio became the recording home of early hip hop artists such as Dough E Fresh. They pay tribute to Charles in the film. Most people do not realize that many rappers’ and hip hop hits such as “La Di Da Di” were recorded at Rawlston Recording Studios.

After the U.S. invasion or rescue mission of Grenada in October 1983, Governor-General Paul Scoon invited Sir Alister to head an interim government. Sir Alister accepted but shortly after rescinded. Some Grenadians felt McIntyre had abandoned Grenada in its darkest hour allegedly to fulfill other commitments and for health reasons.

FEB. 26, NY: Councilman Jumaane Williams of Brooklyn was elected Public Advocate by voters in the five boroughs of the City of New York. He is now the second highest ranking elected official in municipal government — second to the mayor. On Tuesday, Feb. 26, he defeated a field of 14 Democrats and two Republicans…..

EVERBODY’S, the Caribbean-American Magazine & THE NEW YORK TIMES Endorse COUNCILMAN JUMAANE WILLIAMS FOR PUBLIC ADVOCATE. On February 15, EVERYBODY’S Magazine, established in 1977, endorsed Councilman Jumaane Williams for the office of Public Advocate in New York City in a Special Election scheduled for Tuesday, February 26. On Thursday February 21, the famed New York….

We endorse Williams with great alacrity and urge all New Yorkers to vote for him because he is the perfect person for public advocate. His experience, trustworthiness, contributions in the City Council, ability to get his bills enacted into law and his passion for New York City, New York State and the entire nation have qualified him for the office of Public Advocate.

Aisha Braveboy Prince George’s County, Maryland Chief Prosecutor: NEW YORK CITY is where early West Indian immigrants and their offspring first held public offices in the US. The tradition continues in several states. On November 6, 2018, Aisha Braveboy, a Democrat, was elected attorney general (State Attorney) of Prince George’s County, Maryland. She is a….

“Like humans, hurricanes have good sides and bad sides. Thanks to the hurricane of 1772, (hurricanes were not given names then) the U.S. got one of its Founding Fathers, Alexander Hamilton. More than two centuries later, Broadway produced undoubtedly its most successful musical play ever, “Hamilton,” based on …”

EVERYBODY’S “Caribbean” Magazine clear states that while we mourn the loss of Jamaican born Lowell Hawthorne, founder of Golden Krust, whom millions of people saw in a national TV episode of Undercover Boss, we are only prepared to say that his demise, how and where, is mind-boggling. We wait for his family to reveal the….

Last Saturday Dominica’s Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit addressed Dominicans and other Caribbean nationals at Beulah Church of the Nazarene, Brooklyn, about the devastation of Dominica by Hurricane Maria. The prime minister appealed for global help from nations to help fund constructing roads, bridges, hospitals, electrical plants and other massive undertaking that mainly governments can fund…..

Trinidad & Tobago has awarded Sandy McCartha Lewis, Calypso Rose, the nation’s highest national honor, the Order of the Republic of Trinidad & Tobago (ORTT). It was announced by the president of Trinidad & Tobago on Republic Day. Rose was the first woman to win the two highest prizes in calypso. She won the Road….

Book Discussion on a Pioneering Work about the Caribbean-American Experience in Brooklyn What happens when a Brooklyn-born and bred music scholar of Trinidadian parentage decides to challenge academia and write a book her way? The result is East of Flatbush, North of Love: An Ethnography of Home, a clever and witty portrait of growing up….

During the month of black history awareness, two Caribbean nations, Grenada and Saint Lucia, are celebrating their independence; Grenada, February 7 and Saint Lucia, February 22. Since February is Black History Month in the USA and with many other countries with large black populations now recognizing Black History Month, it is an opportunity for both….

Today, Jan. 3, 2017, begins the 40th year of EVERYBODY’S, the Caribbean-American Magazine. The first issue went on newsstands on Jan. 3, 1977. I dedicate the milestone in memory of Editor Pat Boothe, photographer Ken Chandler, distributor Richard Holder, writer Cheryl Byron and to others who departed this life. I thank writers, photographers and….

Most watched Caribbean events of 2016 1 The death and funeral of Fidel Castro 2. Usain Bolt and other Caribbean Olympians in Rio 3. President Barack Obama visit to Cuba and US and Cuba normalizing relations 4. Hurricane Matthew destruction of Haiti 5. Guyana and Barbados 50th anniversary of independence celebrations 6. The U.S. Presidential….

In a sense, all Caribbean Olympians of 2016 are our Person of the Year. However, we take pride in honoring Usain Bolt of Jamaica and Caribbean-American Tina Charles by proudly proclaiming them EVERYBODY’S Person of 2016. Since its inception in 1977, EVERYBODY’S, the Caribbean-American magazine, has been naming its Person of the Year. The recipient….

In a sense, all Caribbean Olympians of 2016 are EVERYBODY’S, the Caribbean-American magazine, Person of the Year. However, we take pride in honoring Usain Bolt of Jamaica and Caribbean-American Tina Charles by proudly proclaiming them EVERYBODY’S Person of 2016. *The top 2016 Caribbean news highlights are in the year ending issue. *The complete text….

EVERYBODY’S, the Caribbean-American magazine, is pleased to present its 2017 Global Caribbean Calendar. All major Caribbean events worldwide during 2017 are listed in the popular calendar from national holidays and festivals in each Caribbean state to summer festivals in Caribbean communities of North America and Europe. The edition also lists the top news events in….

The launch and VIP Reception of Herman Hall’s Belvidere Estate – Fedon’s House in Brooklyn is Sunday, December 4, 2016 at 4pm. The launch is held at Friends of Crown Heights, 671 Prospect Place, Brooklyn, NY. All are invited.

Book about an Extraordinary Event in Caribbean History Launch in Toronto, Sat., Nov. 5 VIP Reception and Prizes WHAT Book Launch & Reception of best selling Caribbean book. Belvidere Estate – Fédon’s House: GRENADA – Voices from the Past By Herman G. Hall. The book focuses on a dramatic event in Grenada’s history: iJulien Fédon….

The book, Belvidere Estate – Fedon’s House, about a 1795 rebellion which commenced in the towns of Gouyave and La Baye, will be launched at the Gouyave Public Library today, Fri., Sep. 23 at 5:30pm. Gouyave is the hometown of the world’s famous Olympian Kirani James and the Mighty Sparrow. The author and EVERYBODY’S publisher,….

Belvidere Estate – Fedon’s House, a book on Julien Fedon who freed all slaves in Grenada in 1795 has been presented to Prime Minister Keith Mitchell. The author, EVERYBODY’S Magazine publisher, Herman Hall, is promoting the book in Trinidad & Tobago and Grenada before he moves on to Jamaica and other Caribbean states. On Thursday,….

Prime Minister Keith Mitchell will be at the funeral of Dr. Lamuel Stanislaus, on Saturday morning in Brooklyn, NY. The Prime Minister confirmed his travel plan to EVERYBODY’S Magazine this morning. In a chat with the publisher of EVERYBODY’S at the prime minister’s office in St. George’s this morning, the Prime Minister said, “Dr. Stanislaus….

St. George’s, Grenada: News of the passing of Dr. Lamuel Stanislaus in Brooklyn, NY has been announced on the evening news on Grenada’s television stations. It is expected that Prime Minister Keith Mitchell will soon make a public comment about Dr. Stanislaus passing and it will not be surprising if he attends the funeral. Dr…..

Caribbean-Americans living in Hempstead, NY, site of the first presidential debate on September 26 between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton, are voting solidly for Hillary Clinton based on EVERYBODY’S Magazine presidential poll. Hempstead, a suburb of New York City, has middle and upper middle class nationals from Jamaica, Grenada, Barbados, Trinidad & Tobago and other….

There were multiple shootings during this morning Caribbean Carnival in the segment called J’Ouvert. The event started at Grand Army Plaza and ended at Nostrand Ave @ Clarkson Ave, East Flatbush, Brooklyn, a prominent Caribbean neighborhood. On Empire Blvd. at least one person was shot and more in other areas along the J’Ouvert route. J’Ouvert….

From 1920s Harlem to Brooklyn today, Everybody’s Caribbean magazine’s looks at the long history of New York Caribbean Carnival. By Jared McCallister NEW YORK DAILY NEWS Sunday, September 4, 2016, 4:00 AM It’s been a long road for the New York Caribbean Carnival and the latest edition of Everybody’s Caribbean magazine looks at the event….

NY – SUNDAY, SEP 4: Thousands of Caribbean nationals from the Caribbean, Canada, Europe and across the U.S. are in Brooklyn for one of the largest cultural festivals in the U.S., the annual “West Indian carnival on Labor Day Weekend, where approximately 1.6 million spectators will be on Eastern Parkway to view the carnival-parade on….

Mayor Bill de Blasio of New York City, Brooklyn’s Borough President Eric Adams and New York City Police Commissioner Bill Bratton are asking the Caribbean community to ensure a safe J’Ouvert during this weekend Caribbean carnival. A poster created by the City, and displayed in retail outlets in Brooklyn’s Caribbean neighborhoods reads, “The City….

Brooklyn is ready for this weekend’s carnival in NY. EVERYBODY’S Magazine gives detailed information about how the carnival started as indoor events in Harlem during the 1920s-1940s. The magazine tells you why the carnival ended abruptly in Harlem and how it came to Brooklyn. PHOTO: The executive members of the West Indian-American Day Association of….

The New York City Premiere of Panomundo Part 1: The Evolution of the Steelpan will take place on Sat., June 25, 2016, at 2:00PM at ARTs East New York in Brooklyn. There will be a Q&A session with filmmaker Charysse Tia Harper following the 42-minute documentary. This event is in partnership with a Take Stock….

THANK YOU PRESIDENT OBAMA FOR KEEPING WEST INDIAN ALEXANDER HAMILTON ON US$10 EVERYBODY’S MAGAZINE LETTER TO PRESIDENT OBAMA EFFECTIVE During 2015 Treasury Secretary Jack Lew proposed removing West Indian Alexander Hamilton, A U.S. Founding Father, from the U.S. $10 bill. Millions of Americans rejected Jack Lew’s idea and protested including EVERYBODY’S, the Caribbean-American Magazine. Although….

In New York City as well as in the entire NY State Caribbean-Americans are expected to vote in large numbers in Tuesday’s presidential primary. It is the first time in decades that the NY State will have a say in determining both the Democratic and Republican presidential nominees for the general elections in November. Since….

Symposium to examine Sparrow’s career The storied career of the artist who has been the most renowned name ever in the field of calypso, Mighty Sparrow, will be examined in a symposium presented by the Trinidad & Tobago Folk Arts Institute, in collaboration with the Medgar Evers College School of Professional & Community Development, on….

***In April’s edition President Obama is urged to keep the West Indian (Caribbean man) Alexander Hamilton, a co-founder of the US, on the US$10 bill. President Obama is urged to create a $25 bill to honor a woman. *** We list the major Caribbean events worldwide for Summer 2016. ** Enjoy “Trump: Caribbean People Friend,….

St. Vincent and the Grenadines is the latest Caribbean nation to report that the mosquito carried Zika virus is on its soil. One person had the virus but the person has recovered. Government officials are urging citizens to protect themselves from the virus and to clear places and stagnant water holes where mosquitoes breed. Barbados,….

NY – Many churches with sizable Caribbean and Saint Lucian congregation in New York City and the Maryland and Washington, DC areas recognized the 37th anniversary of Saint Lucia’s independence during Sunday services. In some cases the congregation sang the young nation national anthem and displayed its flag and national colors. Saint Lucia celebrates Independence….

NY: Sunday, February 7 is Grenada’s 42nd birthday as a nation. Since the nation’s 42nd anniversary of independence fell on Sunday, at 12:01 Sunday morning Grenadians celebrating independence events at home and abroad interrupted their respective programs to usher-in the 42nd year of independence by either singing the Grenada national anthem or vintage….

NY- Feb 5, 2016: What a weekend! Bob Marley’s 71st Birthday Fans worldwide are recognizing the icon birthday. February 6 is Bob Marley’s Birthday. He would have been 71. In 1981, when he passed, Rolling Stone Magazine and EVERYBODY’S Magazine were the only two publications that dedicated an entire issue on Marley’s untimely passing. EVERYBODY’S….

“Our Soul Turned Inside Out,” a documentary film that examines traditional Carnival characters created in the 19th century crucible of slavery and emancipation and the psychic impulses behind them, will have its New York premiere on Friday, October 30, 7 pm at Medgar Evers College auditorium, 1650 Bedford Av. Brooklyn.

We regret to announce the passing of popular Barbadian-New Yorker, Joan Cumberbatch, who recently retired after an illustrious career in nursing and community affairs. Last Tuesday she went to Mount Sinai Hospital to remain there for three to four days for doctors to take care of a medical issue but the Lord called her….

Dr. Keith Rowley will be sworn-in tomorrow, Wednesday, at 1:30pm, as the new prime minister of Trinidad & Tobago. The Oath of Office will be administered by President Anthony Thomas Aquinas Carmona. On Monday, Sep. 7, Rowley led the Opposition People’s National Movement (PNM) to victory by winning 22 or 23 of 41 parliamentary seats….

As a resident of Brooklyn for some 35 years, where five of my children—including one who now teaches in the system–along with numerous nieces and nephews attended the public school system, I inevitably formed strong relations with a large number of dedicated and progressive teachers. Sharing a life-long commitment to community activism and social equity ….

Almost on the eve of Trinidad & Tobago’s national election Winston “Gypsy” Peters, well known calypsonian, member of Cabinet and Minister of Community Development, has resigned his portfolio and as a member of the governing United National Congress (UNC).